Staff
Matthew J. Tibert, PT, DPT, CSCS
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Matthew J. Tibert received his Master's in Physical Therapy at the University of Massachusetts Lowell in 2000. He furthered his education and received a Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Temple University in 2010. Matthew received a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology in 1997 at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. He has been certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist since 1998. Matthew's professional goal is to maximize every patient's functional mobility in the safest and most effective way possible. Musculoskeletal rehabilitation of the shoulder, knee, spine, foot and ankle are his area of expertise and clinical interest.
Jessica Henneberry, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant
Jessica received her Associate degree in Applied Sciences at the Community College of Rhode Island in May 2010. She graduated with highest honors and received The Academic Achievement Award. She received her Physical Therapist Assistant Licenses in July 2010. Jessica's professional goal is to take the process of rehabilitation, which can cause discomfort at times, and make it as enjoyable as possible with the focus of getting every patient back to where they physically need to be. In Jessica's free time, she enjoys spending time with her loved ones and friends.
Melissa Colwell
Physical Therapy Aide/Personal Trainer
Melissa graduated from Worcester State College with a Bachelor's degree in Health Education. She recently became a certified ZUMBA instructor. As a collegiate athlete on the Women's Soccer team, Melissa understands the kind of dedication it takes to maintain a healthy lifestyle and reach personal fitness goals. Her genuine interest in health and fitness ensures her clients that they will be receiving the best possible program to fit their own individual needs. She works explicitly on sport specific training, weight loss, muscle toning, and increasing cardiovascular endurance. Outside of the office, Melissa continues to play competitive soccer and challenges herself with running road races and trying to cook.
Elizabeth Fisk
Physical Therapy Aide
Liz received her Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology and a minor in Psychology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in 2011. She graduated with Cum Laude and ran for the University's division I cross country and track team. Currently, she is applying to graduate schools in order to pursue a future career as a Physical Therapist. When not working at Franklin PT, Liz enjoys spending time with her family and continues to run for enjoyment.
Kimberly Gada
Physical Therapy Aide / Student Physical Therapist
Kim graduated Cum Laude from the University of Massachusetts Lowell in May 2011 with a Bachelors degree in Exercise Physiology and minors in Human Nutrition and Psychology. She plans to continue her education this fall at UMass Lowell and begin working towards her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Professionally, Kim hopes to one day work with her patients to help them reach their goals and help them return to their regular activities. When Kim is not working she enjoys spending time on the beach and with her friends and family.
